Manuel
boy name#371 in 2025Manuel entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #104 in 1906, ranks #371 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#371
rank today
#104
peak (1906)
860
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #167 |
| 1890s | #160 |
| 1900s | #126 |
| 1910s | #125 |
| 1920s | #114 |
| 1930s | #134 |
| 1940s | #153 |
| 1950s | #171 |
| 1960s | #177 |
| 1970s | #148 |
| 1980s | #142 |
| 1990s | #142 |
| 2000s | #170 |
| 2010s | #263 |
| 2020s | #336 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Manuel has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 136,000 people named Manuel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Manuel alive today was born around 1975, making them about 50 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Manuel in 2025?
- Manuel ranks #371 among US boy names in 2025, with 860 babies given the name.
- When was the name Manuel most popular?
- Manuel peaked in 1906, reaching #104 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Manuel with classmates?
- Manuel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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